Senior Design Engineer in London

We’re looking for a Senior Design Engineer who combines technical ability with a sensitivity to form, materials, and the human experience—someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary studio environment and is passionate about turning visionary ideas into reality.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing design concepts into manufacturable products. You’ll collaborate closely with industrial designers, strategists, and management to ensure that every detail—from materials and mechanisms to assembly and performance—aligns with our design intent and sustainability values. This is an opportunity to work on high‑profile, forward‑thinking projects for global brands, start‑ups, and cultural institutions.

DUTIES

• Translate the client’s briefing into components through innovative and reliable mechanical product development.
• Design and develop mechanical systems, keeping in mind budget, timelines, and essential resources.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies suitable for prototyping and production.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of the mechanical system design process, from planning and design to testing and implementation.
• Work with industrial designers to refine form, ergonomics, and CMF details.
• Research and keep up with the dynamic technology, processes, and materials relevant to advanced product development.
• Manage prototyping, testing, and validation of design concepts.
• Liaise with external engineering partners, suppliers and manufacturers.
• Balance aesthetic, functional, and commercial considerations throughout the design process, ensuring BLOND standards are met.
• Contribute to the development of motor-driven assemblies and electromechanical subsystems, from concept through functional prototype.
• Support early‑stage system architecture decisions, including actuation, sensing, packaging, and basic control considerations.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES (REQUIRED)

• BEng or MEng Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• At least five years of industry experience (post‑graduation).
• Exceptional 3D CAD skills.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, tolerancing, DFM/DFA, and manufacturing processes (e.g., injection moulding, CNC, additive manufacturing).
• Experience designing motor‑driven and electromechanical systems, including gearboxes, transmissions, bearings, and key performance considerations (e.g. torque, speed, duty cycle, efficiency).
• Practical prototyping experience involving functional mechanisms, test rigs, or early proof‑of‑conception builds.
• Working knowledge of electronics and control hardware (e.g. motors, drivers, power supplies, simple displays or sensors).
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, workshop practices, and coordinating with external prototype suppliers and manufacturers.
• Creativity and innovation‑focused, with a passion for high‑quality design.
• Strong time management and organisational skills in a fast project‑based environment; proactive, self‑motivated, and adaptable.
• Confidence in client‑facing communications.
• Comfortable leading small engineering workstreams or mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills—able to communicate technical ideas clearly in internal and client‑facing settings.
• Enthusiasm for emerging tools and technologies that enhance design and engineering quality.
• Strong design sensibility with an interest in working across multiple sectors and disciplines.
• Eagerness to contribute to a collaborative, tight‑knit team culture and act as a brand ambassador for the studio.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
• Willing to travel internationally for meetings/development workshops.
• Hold the right to work in the UK.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES (BENEFICIAL)

• Able to start immediately or with a short notice period.
• Experience working within a design consultancy or industrial design studio.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience with embedded systems, automation, robotics, or mechatronic products.
• Experience working with actuators, sensors, or low‑voltage electronics in a product context.
• Familiarity with basic control concepts or scripting (even at a prototyping level).
• Experience integrating AI into a product development workflow.
• Ability to speak a language other than English.

BENEFITS

• Birthday day off (paid).
• Education days (two paid days off per year for education - lectures, mentoring and tutoring).
• Elevated Holiday Package.
• Beautiful Canal Side Studio.
• Friendly Office Dog.
• Team Socials, Events & Trips.

FAQ

The position will be based in our London office (Hackney, E2). Working from home is offered (one day per week). Please note we do not offer working from abroad; all employees are expected to be in our London studio a minimum of 4 days a week. Overseas applicants are very welcome, but they must hold a valid British Citizenship or a valid right to work in the UK (please note, we do not offer any visa sponsorships).

HOW TO APPLY

Please read carefully, as applications that do not include this will not be reviewed. Attach a PDF copy of your CV and portfolio to your application. No Issuu, Behance or web‑based portfolios will be accepted. The PDF portfolio should be no larger than 15MB. Please title the email: BLOND SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER 2026 JANUARY. No need to create a cover letter; please introduce yourself via a brief email. Within the introduction email, please clearly state your availability or notice period, your annual salary expectations in GBP, and your right to work in the UK status. We can only accept fully granted visas, settled status, ILR or British Citizenships living in the UK - please specify which applies to you, and if on a Visa, please include the expiry date. Application deadline for applications: February 9th, 2026. Please note: due to the high volume of applications, we will only be able to reply to successful candidates after the deadline date has closed.

Founded by Creative Director James Melia in 2015, BLOND is a critically acclaimed London‑based design studio that collaborates with the world’s leading brands and startups — ranked No.1 design studio in America and Europe for four consecutive years.